Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Live-in accommodation
Generous salary
Opportunity to travel
collaborative work environment
Varied culinary experiences
Job Description
Lily Pond Services LLC is a boutique domestic staffing agency and luxury lifestyle management service dedicated to connecting clients with exceptional household staff and lifestyle professionals. Catering to an exclusive clientele that includes everyday individuals, high-profile personalities, and celebrities, Lily Pond Services prides itself on a meticulous and efficient placement process to ensure every client receives customized staffing solutions tailored to their unique needs. The agency's commitment to excellence and discretion ensures that no request is impossible, making it a leading name in luxury domestic staffing and lifestyle management.
A Private Formal Residence is seeking an experienced Private Chef to join their household staff. This full-time live-in role is designed for a well-rounded culinary professional with a creative flair and an ability to craft a diverse range of healthy, fresh dishes. The Private Chef must possess excellent communication and writing skills, demonstrating a can-do attitude and a strong work ethic. Responsibilities are varied and demanding, requiring the chef to create daily meals, including lunches and dinners, as well as manage weekly collaborative menu planning to ensure seasonal and fresh ingredients are featured.
In addition to cooking, the role encompasses procuring all kitchen supplies, managing inventory meticulously, ensuring the highest standards of kitchen cleanliness and organization, and serving guests with formal table settings and impeccable service. The chef will coordinate closely with other household staff and oversee vendors and contractors to maintain seamless household operations. Flexibility is essential, as the role involves travel between multiple residences located in Palm Beach, Florida, and Southampton, New York. Event planning and execution, including family gatherings and large parties, form a crucial part of the job description, making the chef a pivotal member of the family’s hospitality team.
The Private Chef must be hands-on, energetic, and able to work independently while also embracing teamwork. The work environment requires adaptability, including overtime and weekend availability to accommodate special events and the principal's schedule. A valid passport and driver's license are essential for the travel aspects of the role. Additionally, a love for dogs is a must, highlighting the family-oriented nature of the household.
This position offers a generous salary commensurate with experience and is ideal for a culinary professional who thrives in high-end, demanding household environments and desires to make a tangible impact through exceptional food and hospitality service.
A Private Formal Residence is seeking an experienced Private Chef to join their household staff. This full-time live-in role is designed for a well-rounded culinary professional with a creative flair and an ability to craft a diverse range of healthy, fresh dishes. The Private Chef must possess excellent communication and writing skills, demonstrating a can-do attitude and a strong work ethic. Responsibilities are varied and demanding, requiring the chef to create daily meals, including lunches and dinners, as well as manage weekly collaborative menu planning to ensure seasonal and fresh ingredients are featured.
In addition to cooking, the role encompasses procuring all kitchen supplies, managing inventory meticulously, ensuring the highest standards of kitchen cleanliness and organization, and serving guests with formal table settings and impeccable service. The chef will coordinate closely with other household staff and oversee vendors and contractors to maintain seamless household operations. Flexibility is essential, as the role involves travel between multiple residences located in Palm Beach, Florida, and Southampton, New York. Event planning and execution, including family gatherings and large parties, form a crucial part of the job description, making the chef a pivotal member of the family’s hospitality team.
The Private Chef must be hands-on, energetic, and able to work independently while also embracing teamwork. The work environment requires adaptability, including overtime and weekend availability to accommodate special events and the principal's schedule. A valid passport and driver's license are essential for the travel aspects of the role. Additionally, a love for dogs is a must, highlighting the family-oriented nature of the household.
This position offers a generous salary commensurate with experience and is ideal for a culinary professional who thrives in high-end, demanding household environments and desires to make a tangible impact through exceptional food and hospitality service.
Job Requirements
- Minimum 3-5 years of related experience working as private chef
- Excellent references from both current and previous employers
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- A superb command of the English language, both written and oral
- Must be hands on with good attitude, high energy, and strong work ethic
- Exceptional organizational and time-management skills
- Excellent cooking skills with ability to prepare and serve daily meals and parties
- Flexible to work overtime and some weekends as needed
- Ability to travel with principal as needed
- Valid passport
- Valid driver’s license
- Must love dogs
Job Qualifications
- Minimum 3-5 years of related experience working as private chef
- Excellent references from both current and previous employers
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Superb command of the English language, both written and oral
- Exceptional organizational and time-management skills
- Excellent cooking skills with ability to prepare and serve daily meals and parties
- Flexible to work overtime and some weekends as needed
- Ability to travel with principal as needed
- Valid passport
- Valid driver’s license
- Must love dogs
Job Duties
- Creating daily healthy and fresh meals for family
- Weekly collaborative menu planning
- Preparing lunch and dinner
- Procuring all kitchen supplies, including groceries and any other items as needed
- Maintaining detailed inventory lists
- Formal table setting and service
- Coordinating with additional household staff
- Managing vendors and contractors
- Conducting inventory and procuring supplies
- Responding to special requests, errands, and related duties as needed
- Traveling between residences (Palm Beach, FL and Southampton, NY)
- Creating fresh and seasonal meals including lunches, dinners, snacks, special events, and large parties as needed
- Managing the cleanliness and organization of the kitchens and refrigeration
- Serving and cleaning up after meals
- Event planning and execution including family gatherings, fundraisers, and family dinners
Job Criteria
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
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